1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1997 Mazda 121
To start off, 1997 Mazda 121 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud 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 19 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 121. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda 121 weights approximately 73 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 121. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1997 Mazda 121 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | Alfasud | 121 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 83.6 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |