1985 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1982 Mazda 323
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 (126 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1982 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 323. (80 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1982 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 75 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |
