2008 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1970 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 1,962 cc, 1970 Mazda 110 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1970 Mazda 110 S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1970 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 147 | 110 S |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1962 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2360 mm |
