1971 Mazda Luce vs. 2011 Ford Ka
To start off, 2011 Ford Ka is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Ka.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mazda Luce | 2011 Ford Ka | |
Make | Mazda | Ford |
Model | Luce | Ka |
Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |