1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (170 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 80 kg more than 1973 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (283 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Giulietta | Luce |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
