1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 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 (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 5. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 5 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
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 5, 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 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 5. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Alfa 6 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 193 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 | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
