1984 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 11 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, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 (93 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 255 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda Luce (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | 33 | Luce |
Year Released | 1984 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 88 mm |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1170 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 |