1969 Mazda 110 S vs. 2008 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1969 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 319 kg more than 1969 Mazda 110 S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda 110 S | 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Mazda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 110 S | 156 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1970 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2600 mm |
