1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 9 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 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 6 kg more than 2006 Mazda 6.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda 6 (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 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 | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 145 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2966 cc |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
