1995 Mazda 626 vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1995 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, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mazda 626 | 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
Make | Mazda | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 626 | 159 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |