2000 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2003 Mazda 323
To start off, 2003 Mazda 323 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 147. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 would be higher. Both 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2003 Mazda 323 are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 323. (97 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 46 kg more than 2003 Mazda 323. 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 323. (145 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2003 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 147 | 323 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
