1971 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 1996 Mazda 626 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 626 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | GTA | 626 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2620 mm |