1968 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1984 Mazda 323
To start off, 1984 Mazda 323 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 128 kg more than 1984 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GT | 1984 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | GT | 323 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2370 mm |
