1982 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1969 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 13 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. At 2,618 cc, 1969 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider (108 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (106 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mazda Luce weights approximately 255 kg more than 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1969 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Spider | Luce |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2618 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 106 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2590 mm |
