1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 6 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 342 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (191 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 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 | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | 145 | B3000 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1552 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 74 L |