1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Fabia is newer by 32 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, 2004 Skoda Fabia (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 85 kg more than 1972 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Skoda Fabia (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | Luce | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| 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 | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
