1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1970 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1970 Mazda Familia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1970 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1970 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 2600 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2200 mm |
