1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2012 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i10 is newer by 40 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i10. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 102 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i10. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i10. (95 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda Luce | 2012 Hyundai i10 | |
Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
Model | Luce | i10 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 948 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3565 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1595 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2380 mm |