1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1972 Mazda Luce is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 102 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 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 (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | Alfasud | Luce |
Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |