1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1979 Mazda 616
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (93 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 8 kg more than 1979 Mazda 616. 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 (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1979 Mazda 616 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | Alfasud | 616 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 83 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |