1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1988 Mazda 323
To start off, 1988 Mazda 323 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mazda 323 (66 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mazda 323 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Mazda 323 (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1988 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Alfasud | 323 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
