1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1975 Mazda 616
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1975 Mazda 616. 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 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1975 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 145 | 616 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2480 mm |
