1977 Mazda Familia vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1977 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Familia | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Mazda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Familia | 146 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1598 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2600 mm |
