1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 1998 Mazda 121
To start off, 1998 Mazda 121 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint 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 32 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 121. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda 121 weights approximately 76 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
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 Sprint (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 121. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 1998 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Sprint | 121 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
