1996 Mazda 626 vs. 2007 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 121 kg more than 1996 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda 626 | 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
| Make | Mazda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 626 | 147 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |
