2006 Mazda B2300 vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2006 Mazda B2300 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 2,260 cc, 2006 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (142 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 143 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mazda B2300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Mazda B2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda B2300 | 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
Make | Mazda | Alfa Romeo |
Model | B2300 | 146 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1746 cc |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 61 L |