1996 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2013 Mazda 6
To start off, 2013 Mazda 6 is newer by 17 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 325 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 6. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 6 weights approximately 459 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 | 2013 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 155 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1499 kg |
