1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1977 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1977 Mazda Chante is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (61 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 370 kg more than 1977 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1977 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Alfasud | Chante |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2210 mm |
