1995 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, both 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 and 1995 Mazda 626 were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda 626 (161 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda 626 weights approximately 91 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Mazda 626 (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. (115 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 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 | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | 146 | 626 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 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 | 1175 kg | 1266 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 |