1999 Mazda 121 vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, both 1999 Mazda 121 and 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 (190 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1999 Mazda 121. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 529 kg more than 1999 Mazda 121. 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 166 (226 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda 121. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda 121. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 has automatic transmission and 1999 Mazda 121 has manual transmission. 1999 Mazda 121 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mazda 121 | 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
Make | Mazda | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 121 | 166 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1241 cc | 2492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 68.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 991 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |