1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1966 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1966 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1966 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1966 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2200 mm |
