1984 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 13 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. Both 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 and 1971 Mazda Luce are equipped with a 1,490 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 (93 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 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 235 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 33 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
