1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2000 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2000 Mazda B2500 is newer by 28 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda B2500 (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 930 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda B2500 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 | 2000 Mazda B2500 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | Alfasud | B2500 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2990 mm |