1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1994 Mazda Midge
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda Midge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda Midge would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda Midge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda Midge (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda Midge 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 85 kg more than 1994 Mazda Midge.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda Midge (156 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda Midge 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 | 1994 Mazda Midge | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 145 | Midge |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
