2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo vs. 2000 Mazda Familia

To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (168 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 204 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Mazda Familia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 2000 Mazda Familia has automatic transmission and 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo has manual transmission. 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mazda Familia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo 2000 Mazda Familia
Make Alfa Romeo Mazda
Model MiTo Familia
Year Released 2009 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1368 cc 1991 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 153 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 230 Nm 180 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 10.4:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1146 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 4070 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 60 L


 

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