1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2010 Mazda 3
To start off, 2010 Mazda 3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 3 (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (102 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 3 weights approximately 73 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (261 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 3. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 2010 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 146 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 261 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1363 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
