2001 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2001 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 and 2001 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda 6 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. 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, 2001 Mazda 6 (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | 2001 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | 146 | 6 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 64 L |