1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1964 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1972 Mazda Luce is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Reliant Scimitar (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 147 kg more than 1964 Reliant Scimitar.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Reliant Scimitar (190 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1964 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 1964 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Mazda | Reliant |
| Model | Luce | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1003 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2340 mm |
