2010 Mazda 3 vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2010 Mazda 3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 3 weights approximately 111 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Mazda 3 (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mazda 3 | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Mazda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 3 | 146 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1301 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1755 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |
