1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1971 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1971 Mazda 110 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda 110 S (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda 110 S should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1971 Mazda 110 S.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mazda 110 S (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda 110 S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1971 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 145 | 110 S |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2360 mm |
