1996 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1998 Mazda 121
To start off, 1998 Mazda 121 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo 155. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 121. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 49 kg more than 1998 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 121. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1998 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 155 | 121 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 991 kg |
