1982 Lancia 037 Rallye vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 79 kg more than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye (226 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | 037 Rallye | Luce |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2590 mm |
