1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1975 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 70 kg more than 1975 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1975 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Alfasud | Familia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1271 cc |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2270 mm |
