1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1978 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 146 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
