2000 Mazda Protege vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2000 Mazda Protege is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Protege is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Protege. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Protege. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Protege weights approximately 555 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 156.
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 Mazda Protege (164 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 156. (163 Nm). This means 2000 Mazda Protege will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 156. 2000 Mazda Protege has automatic transmission and 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 has manual transmission. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mazda Protege will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Protege | 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Mazda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Protege | 156 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2600 mm |
