1991 Italdesign Nazca vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1991 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Italdesign Nazca (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Italdesign Nazca | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Italdesign | Mazda |
Model | Nazca | Luce |
Year Released | 1991 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |