1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 is newer by 17 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 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 (127 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 12 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 (182 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 2000 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |
