1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (125 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 25 kg more than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata (245 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (176 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Alfetta | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2270 mm |
