1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2002 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (248 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1972 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, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Mazda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Luce | 156 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2600 mm |
