1976 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1974 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1974 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Luce. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda Luce weights approximately 215 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV (182 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1974 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | GTV | Luce |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2590 mm |
