1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 17 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 2,620 cc, 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 121 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 33 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2590 mm |
