1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1976 Mazda 616
To start off, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (144 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 440 kg more than 1976 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1976 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Alfetta | 616 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
