1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (93 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 128 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Mazda Familia 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 1968 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, 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, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Alfasud | Familia |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
