1970 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1989 Mazda 626
To start off, 1989 Mazda 626 is newer by 19 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 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1989 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mazda 626 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV 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 GTV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Mazda 626, 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 GTV (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 626. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1989 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | GTV | 626 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2580 mm |
