2003 Honda Fit vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2003 Honda Fit is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Fit (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 90 kg more than 2003 Honda Fit.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Honda Fit (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Fit | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Fit | Luce |
Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |