1994 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 11 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 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 (147 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 530 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, 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 (187 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 164 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2370 mm |
