1995 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1998 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1998 Mercury Mystique is newer by 3 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1998 Mercury Mystique. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 2 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145.
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, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercury Mystique. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1998 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | 145 | Mystique |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
