1973 Mazda Luce vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic 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, 2012 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda Luce (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda Luce | 2012 Honda Civic | |
Make | Mazda | Honda |
Model | Luce | Civic |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |