1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata (161 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm). This means 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 145 | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2270 mm |
