1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 135 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Sprint | Luce |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
