1975 Mazda Familia vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (104 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1975 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Familia | 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Mazda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Familia | 146 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 1370 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2550 mm |
