1973 Mazda Luce vs. 1967 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1973 Mazda Luce is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1967 Triumph GT6. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 395 kg more than 1967 Triumph GT6. 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 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 1967 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Triumph |
| Model | Luce | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2110 mm |
