1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 1965 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint weights approximately 123 kg more than 1965 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 Sprint (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 1965 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Sprint | Familia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2200 mm |
