1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 2. (95 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2012 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 2, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 2. (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Alfa 6 | 2 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 43 L |
