1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda 6 (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 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 | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | 145 | 6 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |