1973 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 180 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mazda Luce (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | Junior | Luce |
Year Released | 1973 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |