2009 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1976 Mazda 616
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1976 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1976 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 147 | 616 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
