1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1965 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,369 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (104 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1965 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1965 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 145 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1369 cc | 782 cc |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |
