1980 Mazda 929 vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (183 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1980 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda 929 | 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Mazda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 929 | 159 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
