1993 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 21 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 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 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 165 kg more than 1993 Alfa Romeo 33.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 33 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 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 | 113 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |
