2005 Hyundai Atos vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Atos is newer by 33 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, 1972 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 840 kg more than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Atos | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Atos | Luce |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
