2009 Mazda Premacy vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2009 Mazda Premacy is newer by 8 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Mazda Premacy. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 160 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146.
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, 2009 Mazda Premacy (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda Premacy | 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
Make | Mazda | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Premacy | 146 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 75.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 51 L |