1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2004 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2004 Mazda B3000 is newer by 31 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B3000 (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (61 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 640 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, 2004 Mazda B3000 (244 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (89 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B3000 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 | 2004 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Alfasud | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 74 L |
