1971 Mazda Luce vs. 2012 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 41 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, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 247 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, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle (175 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 2012 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Luce | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4278 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2537 mm |
