1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1999 Mazda 121
To start off, 1999 Mazda 121 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud 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 1999 Mazda 121. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda 121 weights approximately 121 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda 121. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1999 Mazda 121 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | Alfasud | 121 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1241 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 83.6 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |