1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo (223 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Dardo | Luce |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
