1999 Mazda Activehicle vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda Activehicle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda Activehicle would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mazda Activehicle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda Activehicle (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda Activehicle should accelerate faster than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1999 Mazda Activehicle.
Because 1999 Mazda Activehicle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda Activehicle will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda Activehicle. (278 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda Activehicle. 1999 Mazda Activehicle has automatic transmission and 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 has manual transmission. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mazda Activehicle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda Activehicle | 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Mazda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Activehicle | 159 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
