1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1999 Mazda 626
To start off, 1999 Mazda 626 is newer by 25 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Mazda 626. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda 626 weights approximately 342 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Because 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda 626, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Mazda 626 (224 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda 626 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 | 1999 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | Alfetta | 626 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 64 L |