2009 Ford Fiesta vs. 1969 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta is newer by 40 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, 2009 Ford Fiesta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mazda Luce weights approximately 285 kg more than 2009 Ford Fiesta.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 4050 RPM). This means 1969 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fiesta | 1969 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fiesta | Luce |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2618 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4050 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2590 mm |
