1969 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2006 Mazda DrifterX
To start off, 2006 Mazda DrifterX is newer by 37 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda DrifterX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda DrifterX (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda DrifterX should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT.
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, 2006 Mazda DrifterX (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. (137 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda DrifterX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo GT | 2006 Mazda DrifterX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | GT | DrifterX |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 21.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
