1968 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2008 Mazda Etude
To start off, 2008 Mazda Etude is newer by 40 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 1,597 cc, 2008 Mazda Etude is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda Etude weights approximately 274 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Because 1968 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 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Etude, 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, 2008 Mazda Etude (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda Etude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA | 2008 Mazda Etude | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | GTA | Etude |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1597 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |
