1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1983 Mazda 323 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 44 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Alfasud | 323 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |
