2004 Mazda 3 vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2004 Mazda 3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 3 (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 166. (136 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 208 kg more than 2004 Mazda 3.
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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 (304 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 3. (203 Nm). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 3 | 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Mazda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 3 | 166 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1282 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
