1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1971 Mazda Luce is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 50 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia (190 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Giulia | Luce |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
