1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 12 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 90 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
