1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1974 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Chante 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 (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 435 kg more than 1974 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1974 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Alfasud | Chante |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2210 mm |
