1994 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 23 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 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 (494 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 424 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 10 kg more than 1994 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 155 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1050 kg |
