1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1997 Mazda 626
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda 626 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Mazda 626 (151 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1997 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | 146 | 626 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |