2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Fiesta (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Luce weights approximately 34 kg more than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1968 Mazda Luce is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Mazda Luce. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford Fiesta (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Fiesta | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Fiesta | Luce |
Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 57 L |