2007 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1998 Mazda 626
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1998 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1998 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 147 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
