1973 Mazda Luce vs. 1986 Alfa Romeo 90
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1973 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, 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 (235 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 | |
| Make | Mazda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Luce | 90 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
