1995 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1976 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1976 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1976 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 146 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2270 mm |
