1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 365 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 Tribute (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute 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 Tribute | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | 145 | Tribute |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
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 | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |