1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 2,964 cc, 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (110 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2006 Mazda 6.
Because 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda 6 (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | 75 | 6 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2964 cc |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 68 L |