2000 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1981 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 166 | 323 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1069 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2370 mm |
