1995 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 1 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 13 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, 1994 Mazda 626 (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 146 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
