1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1971 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda 110 S 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 84 more horse power than 1971 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1971 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1971 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 164 | 110 S |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2360 mm |
