1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1987 Mazda 929
To start off, 1987 Mazda 929 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda 929 (163 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1987 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 1900 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
