1973 Mazda Luce vs. 2010 Ford Ka
To start off, 2010 Ford Ka is newer by 37 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 21 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 204 kg more than 2010 Ford Ka. 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 2010 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda Luce | 2010 Ford Ka | |
Make | Mazda | Ford |
Model | Luce | Ka |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |