1971 Mazda Luce vs. 2011 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Getz 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Getz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Getz (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 113 kg more than 1971 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Hyundai Getz (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 2011 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
| Model | Luce | Getz |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1163 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
