2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal is newer by 32 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal weights approximately 490 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Kamal | Luce |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
