1971 Mazda 110 S vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1971 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1971 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, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (401 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda 110 S | 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Mazda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 110 S | 159 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 2387 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
