1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1970 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (192 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1970 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1970 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | 164 | Familia |
Year Released | 1987 | 1970 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2200 mm |