1970 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1986 Mazda 929
To start off, 1986 Mazda 929 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mazda 929 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1986 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | GTV | 929 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2620 mm |
