1966 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2009 Mazda 5
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 5 (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 5 weights approximately 684 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Alfa Romeo GT 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 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 5, 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, 2009 Mazda 5 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. (137 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo GT | 2009 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | GT | 5 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |
