1989 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,567 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 75 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1567 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |
