2003 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2003 Lancia Ypsilon 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Ypsilon (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 280 kg more than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Lancia Ypsilon (130 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lancia Ypsilon | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Ypsilon | Luce |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
