2002 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2002 Mazda 323
To start off, both 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2002 Mazda 323 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 (246 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 323. (97 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 323. (145 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2002 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 147 | 323 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 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 | 1360 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
