1984 Mazda 323 vs. 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000
To start off, 1984 Mazda 323 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 (115 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 weights approximately 326 kg more than 1984 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda 323 | 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 | |
| Make | Mazda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 323 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 1178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
