1974 Mazda Familia vs. 2005 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 561 kg more than 1974 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Familia | 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
| Make | Mazda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Familia | 147 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1968 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2550 mm |
