1973 Mazda Luce vs. 1963 Rover P6
To start off, 1973 Mazda Luce is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover P6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover P6 would be higher. At 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Rover P6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover P6 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Rover P6 (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Rover P6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 1963 Rover P6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | Luce | P6 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
