1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 1 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 130 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (190 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Giulia | Luce |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
