1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1972 Mazda 818
To start off, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda 818 weights approximately 124 kg more than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1972 Mazda 818 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Mazda 818. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1972 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Alfasud | 818 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2320 mm |
