1970 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 is newer by 42 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 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 2. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 2 weights approximately 245 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, 2012 Mazda 2, 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 2. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | GTA | 2 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 43 L |
