1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2003 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2003 Skoda Fabia is newer by 31 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, 2003 Skoda Fabia (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 20 kg more than 2003 Skoda Fabia.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Skoda Fabia (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 2003 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | Luce | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
