1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2000 Mazda 626
To start off, 2000 Mazda 626 is newer by 19 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda 626 weights approximately 476 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 2000 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda 626 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Mazda 626 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 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 | 2000 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | Alfasud | 626 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1712 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 392 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |