1968 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1982 Mazda 323
To start off, 1982 Mazda 323 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mazda 323 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 323. (80 Nm). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1982 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | GTA | 323 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2370 mm |
