1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud 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 2,620 cc, 1971 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 391 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 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 Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Alfasud | Luce |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2590 mm |
