1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1985 Mazda 929
To start off, 1985 Mazda 929 is newer by 12 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 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda 929 (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (61 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mazda 929 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (89 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1985 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | Alfasud | 929 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |