1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1977 Mazda 929
To start off, 1977 Mazda 929 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,884 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 weights approximately 26 kg more than 1977 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1977 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 1900 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1884 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
