2001 Honda Civic vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 324 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda Luce (152 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (144 Nm). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Civic | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | Luce |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
