1994 Mazda MX-3 vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda MX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda MX-3 would be higher. At 1,845 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mazda MX-3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda MX-3 (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. (129 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda MX-3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 62 kg more than 1994 Mazda MX-3.
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, 1994 Mazda MX-3 (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda MX-3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda MX-3 | 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Mazda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | MX-3 | 146 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1845 cc | 1712 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1163 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |
