1973 Mazda Luce vs. 2003 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2003 Skoda Fabia is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda Luce (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 5 kg more than 2003 Skoda Fabia. 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 (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda Luce | 2003 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Mazda | Skoda |
Model | Luce | Fabia |
Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |