1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2012 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2012 Mazda Premacy is newer by 13 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2012 Mazda Premacy. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 190 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Mazda Premacy (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda Premacy 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 | 2012 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 145 | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 58 L |
