1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6
To start off, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is newer by 7 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (274 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 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 | 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 145 | MazdaSpeed6 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |
