1994 Mazda 626 vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1994 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Mazda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 626 | 159 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
