1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2000 Mazda 626
To start off, 2000 Mazda 626 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda 626 weights approximately 108 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145.
Because 2000 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda 626 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Mazda 626 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2000 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | 145 | 626 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 392 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 74 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 58 L |