1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1997 Mazda 626
To start off, 1997 Mazda 626 is newer by 16 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), 1997 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda 626 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1981 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, 1997 Mazda 626 (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda 626 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 | 1997 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | Alfasud | 626 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |