1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1999 Mazda B2500
To start off, 1999 Mazda B2500 is newer by 21 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1999 Mazda B2500 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, 1999 Mazda B2500 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, 1999 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda B2500 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 | 1999 Mazda B2500 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | Alfasud | B2500 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2990 mm |