1995 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 23 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1972 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, 1972 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. (115 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 146 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
