1993 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2001 Mazda 6
To start off, 2001 Mazda 6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Alfa Romeo 155. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Mazda 6 (311 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155. (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 | 2001 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 155 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
