1970 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2005 Mazda Marathon
To start off, 2005 Mazda Marathon is newer by 35 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 2,260 cc, 2005 Mazda Marathon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Marathon (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Marathon should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Marathon weights approximately 727 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. 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, 2005 Mazda Marathon (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Marathon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA | 2005 Mazda Marathon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | GTA | Marathon |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2260 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 10 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1517 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 76 L |
