1984 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 1996 Mazda 626 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 (93 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 626 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 33 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
