1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 40 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 146 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |
