1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1974 Mazda 929
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda 929 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1974 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 75 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1567 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |
