1992 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1992 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 21 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 1,567 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alfa Romeo 75 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 90 kg more than 1992 Alfa Romeo 75.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Alfa Romeo 75 (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 75 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1567 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
