2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1970 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1970 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 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1970 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 156 | Familia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2200 mm |
