2006 Ford Fiesta vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2006 Ford Fiesta is newer by 35 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fiesta (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 60 kg more than 1971 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Fiesta (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fiesta | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fiesta | Luce |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |
