1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano vs. 2008 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano would be higher. At 1,308 cc, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (108 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano.
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, 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano (191 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (140 Nm). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano | 2008 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Caimano | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
