1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 13 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 731 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 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 | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 145 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3010 mm |
