1973 Mazda Luce vs. 2012 Audi A1
To start off, 2012 Audi A1 is newer by 39 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 4 more horse power than 2012 Audi A1. (85 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 20 kg more than 2012 Audi A1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Audi A1 (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 2012 Audi A1 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | Luce | A1 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3954 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1416 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2469 mm |
