1994 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1969 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,618 cc, 1969 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 (147 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1969 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 (187 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1969 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 164 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2618 cc |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2590 mm |
