1991 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 1996 Mazda 626 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 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, 1996 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1991 Alfa Romeo 33. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1991 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 626 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1991 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | 33 | 626 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2620 mm |