1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 1978 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo is newer by 21 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 1978 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Dardo | Familia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2270 mm |
