1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 300 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda Luce (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 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 | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | Alfasud | Luce |
Year Released | 1983 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 88 mm |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |