2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 11 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 190 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (305 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 156 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2620 mm |
