1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1983 Mazda 323 is newer by 10 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 8 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 20 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323. 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 (89 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Alfasud | 323 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
