1968 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2000 Mazda Demio
To start off, 2000 Mazda Demio is newer by 32 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 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Demio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 20 kg more than 2000 Mazda Demio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Demio, 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Demio. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GT | 2000 Mazda Demio | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | GT | Demio |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2400 mm |
