1977 Innocenti Mini vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1977 Innocenti Mini is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1977 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1977 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 430 kg more than 1977 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Innocenti Mini | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Innocenti | Mazda |
Model | Mini | Luce |
Year Released | 1977 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2510 mm |