1974 Mazda RX-4 vs. 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000
To start off, 1974 Mazda RX-4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1974 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 115 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000 weights approximately 68 kg more than 1974 Mazda RX-4.
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 Mazda RX-4 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda RX-4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda RX-4 | 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000 | |
| Make | Mazda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | RX-4 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
