1993 Ford Fiesta vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1993 Ford Fiesta is newer by 23 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 21 more horse power than 1993 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 330 kg more than 1993 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 (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Fiesta | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Fiesta | Luce |
Year Released | 1993 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1118 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |