1983 Ford Fiesta vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1983 Ford Fiesta is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 335 kg more than 1983 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Fiesta | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fiesta | Luce |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2510 mm |
