1987 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 240 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | 33 | Luce |
Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |