1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 45 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | GTV | Luce |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |
