1967 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1998 Mazda 121
To start off, 1998 Mazda 121 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 121. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda 121 weights approximately 171 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Because 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA 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 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda 121, 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, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 121. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1998 Mazda 121 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | GTA | 121 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2460 mm |