1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 25 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 15 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 145 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
