2006 Ford Fiesta vs. 1969 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2006 Ford Fiesta is newer by 37 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 5 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mazda Luce weights approximately 147 kg more than 2006 Ford Fiesta. 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fiesta | 1969 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fiesta | Luce |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2618 cc |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1108 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2590 mm |
