1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 1989 Mazda 323
To start off, 1989 Mazda 323 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 (122 HP) has 48 more horse power than 1989 Mazda 323. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 weights approximately 53 kg more than 1989 Mazda 323. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 323. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 1989 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 1750 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |
