1973 Lancia 2000 vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1973 Lancia 2000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Lancia 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia 2000 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia 2000 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lancia 2000 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1970 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, 1973 Lancia 2000 (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Lancia 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lancia 2000 | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | 2000 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
