1973 Mazda 110 S vs. 2008 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1973 Mazda 110 S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 110 S | 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Mazda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 110 S | 156 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2387 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2600 mm |
