1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2003 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2003 Mazda Tribute is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Tribute (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 290 kg more than 1997 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, 2003 Mazda Tribute (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2003 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | 145 | Tribute |
Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
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 | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |