1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1985 Mazda 121
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 121. (55 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1985 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 121. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1985 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 145 | 121 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
