1998 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 27 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (190 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1971 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, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | 166 | Luce |
Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |