1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1971 Mazda 818
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1971 Mazda 818. (80 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1971 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 124 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1971 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 145 | 818 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2290 mm |
