1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 1978 Mazda 929 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 929 weights approximately 176 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | Alfasud | 929 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |