2001 Holden Barina vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2001 Holden Barina is newer by 31 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, 2001 Holden Barina (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 90 kg more than 2001 Holden Barina.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Holden Barina (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden Barina | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Barina | Luce |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
