1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1978 Mazda 121
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 121. (86 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 121 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Mazda 121. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1978 Mazda 121 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1978 Mazda 121 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | 33 | 121 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2520 mm |