1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1993 Mazda 626
To start off, 1993 Mazda 626 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda 626 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (84 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1993 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mazda 626 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Mazda 626 (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1993 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Alfasud | 626 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
