1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1997 Mazda 626
To start off, 1997 Mazda 626 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda 626 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Mazda 626 (151 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1997 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | Alfasud | 626 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |