1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1996 Mazda 121
To start off, 1996 Mazda 121 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,350 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 121. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 121 weights approximately 101 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 121. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1996 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Alfasud | 121 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1350 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
