1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2004 Mazda 6 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 6 weights approximately 112 kg more than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 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, 2004 Mazda 6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Alfasud | 6 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
