1970 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1997 Mazda 121
To start off, 1997 Mazda 121 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 121. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda 121 weights approximately 201 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Because 1970 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 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mazda 121, 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, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 121. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1997 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | GTA | 121 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2460 mm |
