2001 Mazda B2500 vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2001 Mazda B2500 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B2500 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, 2001 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. (115 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mazda B2500 | 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
Make | Mazda | Alfa Romeo |
Model | B2500 | 146 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2550 mm |