2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 208 kg more than 1994 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 166 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 60 L |
