2004 Honda Insight vs. 1969 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2004 Honda Insight is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,618 cc, 1969 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mazda Luce weights approximately 402 kg more than 2004 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Insight. (90 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Insight | 1969 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Insight | Luce |
Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 2618 cc |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |