1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1964 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1972 Mazda Luce is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Peugeot 404 (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Peugeot 404 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 85 kg more than 1964 Peugeot 404.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Peugeot 404 (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1964 Peugeot 404 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 1964 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Luce | 404 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
