1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1979 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1979 Zastava 1300 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1979 Zastava 1300. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1979 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 190 kg more than 1979 Zastava 1300. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 1979 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Mazda | Zastava |
| Model | Luce | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |
