1974 Mazda 1000 vs. 1996 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1974 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Mazda 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Mazda 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 1000 | 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Mazda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 1000 | 146 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 986 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2550 mm |
