1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1968 Subaru 360
To start off, 1972 Mazda Luce is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1968 Subaru 360. (20 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1968 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 635 kg more than 1968 Subaru 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Subaru 360. (35 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda Luce | 1968 Subaru 360 | |
Make | Mazda | Subaru |
Model | Luce | 360 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 355 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 35 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 1810 mm |