1985 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 is newer by 15 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (346 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 190 kg more than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (300 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | Lancia 037 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
