1969 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1976 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 1976 Mazda RX-3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1976 Mazda RX-3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1976 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 120 kg more than 1976 Mazda RX-3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT (137 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo GT | 1976 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | GT | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
