1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 1972 Mazda Luce is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 322 kg more than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Rover P4 (169 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 1959 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | Luce | P4 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
