2000 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 27 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1973 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, 1973 Mazda Luce (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | 146 | Luce |
Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |