1973 Mazda Luce vs. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 16 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 2,620 cc, 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 235 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, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Mazda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Luce | 164 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2670 mm |
