1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1998 Mazda 626
To start off, 1998 Mazda 626 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1998 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1998 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Alfa 6 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |
