1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1976 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (80 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 450 kg more than 1976 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (162 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1976 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Alfetta | Familia |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2270 mm |
