Alfa Romeo Alfetta (1972 – 1979) vs Mazda RX-7 (1970 – 1978): specs compared
Both offer around 131 hp at most. The Alfa Romeo Alfetta is quicker, reaching 100 km/h in 9.7 s against 10.4 s. The Mazda RX-7 has the higher top speed: 190 km/h against 185 km/h. It is the lighter car, from 955 kg against 1,040 kg. At 4,280 mm, the Alfa Romeo Alfetta is 140 mm longer than the Mazda RX-7. The Alfa Romeo Alfetta dates from 1972 – 1979, the Mazda RX-7 from 1970 – 1978.
| Specification |
Alfa Romeo
Alfetta
1972 – 1979
|
Mazda
RX-7
1970 – 1978
|
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Origin | Italy | Japan |
| Documented years | 1972 – 1979 | 1970 – 1978 |
| Body style | — | — |
| Variants | 3 | 1 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Drive | RWD | RWD |
| Gearbox | Manual | Manual |
| Performance | ||
| Power | 108 – 131 hp | 131 hp |
| Torque | 142 – 178 Nm | 156 Nm |
| 0–100 km/h | 9.7 – 11.5 s | 10.4 s |
| Top speed | 174 – 185 km/h | 190 km/h |
| Economy | ||
| Fuel economy | 9.2 – 11.5 L/100 km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,239 – 4,280 mm | 4,140 mm |
| Width | 1,621 mm | 1,575 mm |
| Height | 1,430 mm | 1,410 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,510 mm | 2,464 mm |
| Curb weight | 1,040 – 1,140 kg | 955 kg |
Ranges cover all variants of each car. The highlight marks the best version per row.