1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 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, 2012 Mazda 2 (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 15 kg more than 2012 Mazda 2.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mazda 2 (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Luce | 2 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2489 mm |
