1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2011 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2011 Ford Bantam is newer by 39 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 2,620 cc, 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2011 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 271 kg more than 2011 Ford Bantam. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 2011 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Luce | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1597 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2670 mm |
