2002 Honda Acty vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2002 Honda Acty is newer by 30 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Acty (127 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Acty should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 310 kg more than 2002 Honda Acty.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Honda Acty (139 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Acty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Acty | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Acty | Luce |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 660 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1150 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
