1972 Mazda 818 vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1972 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Mazda 818 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Mazda 818. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 818 | 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Mazda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 818 | 156 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2600 mm |
