1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 1978 Mazda 929 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 (115 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 weights approximately 108 kg more than 1978 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, 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 2000 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1178 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 55 L |
