1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 8 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (77 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 160 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | Alfasud | Luce |
Year Released | 1979 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1350 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 77 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |