1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1999 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 1999 Toyota Vitz is newer by 27 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Vitz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Vitz (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Vitz should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 235 kg more than 1999 Toyota Vitz.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Toyota Vitz (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Vitz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda Luce | 1999 Toyota Vitz | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Luce | Vitz |
Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2380 mm |