1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1974 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1974 Mazda Luce is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1974 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda Luce (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda Luce weights approximately 285 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1974 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | Giulia | Luce |
Year Released | 1965 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2620 cc |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2590 mm |