1994 Alfa Romeo RZ vs. 1971 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ weights approximately 636 kg more than 1971 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, 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ | 1971 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | RZ | Familia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
