2001 Audi A2 vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2001 Audi A2 is newer by 29 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A2 (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 155 kg more than 2001 Audi A2.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Audi A2 (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A2 | Luce |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
