1993 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Luce weights approximately 208 kg more than 1993 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1968 Mazda Luce is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Mazda Luce. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 33, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | 33 | Luce |
Year Released | 1993 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |