1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 1994 Mazda 323 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 323 (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 323 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda 323 (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | Alfasud | 323 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |