1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata

To start off, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 8 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata (166 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 19 kg more than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata.

Because 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (191 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Alfa Romeo 145 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata
Make Alfa Romeo Mazda
Model 145 MX-5 Miata
Year Released 1999 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1968 cc 1999 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 153 HP 166 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6700 RPM
Torque 191 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 87.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91.1 mm 83.1 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1210 kg 1191 kg
Vehicle Length 4100 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1250 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2340 mm
Fuel Consumption 6.6 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 8.7 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.6 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 48 L


 

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