1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1995 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 21 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 2,614 cc, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda RX-01 weights approximately 52 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1995 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Alfetta | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2614 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |
