1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 15 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 2,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1972 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 164 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
