1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2002 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2002 Mazda B2500 is newer by 28 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda B2500 (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 902 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.
Because 2002 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Mazda B2500 (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda B2500 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 | 2002 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Alfasud | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1185 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2990 mm |
