1972 Mazda Familia vs. 1990 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1972 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Familia | 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Mazda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Familia | 164 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1962 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2670 mm |
