1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1984 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1984 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1984 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1984 Mazda RX-7. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 12 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1984 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Alfetta | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |
