1966 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1970 Mazda Luce is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo GT (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 170 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo GT | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | GT | Luce |
Year Released | 1966 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2510 mm |