1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 10 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1973 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
