1995 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 1996 Mazda 626 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 626 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 145 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
