1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (144 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 93 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (207 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (169 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Alfetta | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1443 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
