1990 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1978 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,566 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 256 kg more than 1978 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1978 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 75 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1566 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2270 mm |
