1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1982 Mazda 323
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 4 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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 360 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, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 323. (80 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1982 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 75 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |
