1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1974 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1974 Mazda Familia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,272 cc, 1974 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 6 kg more than 1974 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mazda Familia (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1974 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Alfasud | Familia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2270 mm |
