1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1972 Mazda Luce is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 380 kg more than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Giulietta | Luce |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2590 mm |
