1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 29 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 464 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Mazda 6 (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 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 | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | Alfasud | 6 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |