1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 70 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (142 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Alfetta | Luce |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
