2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 35 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 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider (256 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 510 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Spider | Luce |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3194 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2590 mm |
