1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 4 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 1,760 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda Luce (70 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 80 kg more than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Giulia | Luce |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
