1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 20 kg more than 1972 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, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (144 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Giulietta | Luce |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1489 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 | 144 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
