2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 38 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 3,193 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 655 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Brera | Luce |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3193 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
