1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1973 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 2,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1973 Mazda 110 S. 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 90 (235 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1973 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 90 | 110 S |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2391 cc | 1962 cc |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |
