1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1973 Mazda 616
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda 616 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1973 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Alfasud | 616 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |
