1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 11 kg more than 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Luce | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1139 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3995 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2329 mm |
