1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 39 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 205 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, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda Luce | 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
Make | Mazda | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Luce | Giulietta |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4351 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2634 mm |