1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1969 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. Both 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud and 1969 Mazda Luce are equipped with a 1,490 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mazda Luce weights approximately 125 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1969 Mazda Luce is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Mazda Luce. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1969 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | Alfasud | Luce |
Year Released | 1980 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |