1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2008 Mazda 6
To start off, 2008 Mazda 6 is newer by 28 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 6 (138 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 6 weights approximately 484 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Mazda 6 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2008 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | Alfasud | 6 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |