1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1978 Mazda 121
To start off, 1978 Mazda 121 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 121. (86 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 121 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
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, 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (176 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 121. (160 Nm). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1978 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Alfetta | 121 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1130 kg |
