1968 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2000 Mazda Familia

To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 32 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 460 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Mazda Familia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia will offer significantly more control. 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 GTA (140 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (137 Nm). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Alfa Romeo GTA 2000 Mazda Familia
Make Alfa Romeo Mazda
Model GTA Familia
Year Released 1968 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 1496 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 96 HP 109 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 137 Nm
Engine Bore Size 78.1 mm 78 mm
Engine Stroke Size 67.5 mm 78.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 9.0:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 790 kg 1250 kg
Vehicle Length 4090 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 1590 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 46 L 60 L


 

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