1971 Mazda Luce vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 390 kg more than 1971 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 2004 Alfa Romeo GT | |
| Make | Mazda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Luce | GT |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
