1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 260 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Alfasud | Luce |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
