2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1967 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,385 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1967 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1967 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 156 | Familia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2385 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |
