1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1970 MG 1100
To start off, 1972 Mazda Luce is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 MG 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 MG 1100 would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1970 MG 1100. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1970 MG 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 415 kg more than 1970 MG 1100. 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 (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 MG 1100. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 MG 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 1970 MG 1100 | |
| Make | Mazda | MG |
| Model | Luce | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1275 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2380 mm |
