1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1993 Mazda Sentia
To start off, 1993 Mazda Sentia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mazda Sentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda Sentia (159 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda Sentia should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 670 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Mazda Sentia 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 1993 Mazda Sentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, 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, 1993 Mazda Sentia (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda Sentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 1993 Mazda Sentia has automatic transmission and 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Mazda Sentia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1993 Mazda Sentia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Alfasud | Sentia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2860 mm |
