1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2010 Mazda 2
To start off, 2010 Mazda 2 is newer by 14 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 1,370 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 17 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 2. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2010 Mazda 2. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 2. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2010 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 145 | 2 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1347 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
