1983 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 12 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 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 1983 Alfa Romeo 33.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 33 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
