1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1973 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 1973 Mazda RX-3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1973 Mazda RX-3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1973 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 174 kg more than 1973 Mazda RX-3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 1973 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | GT | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 65 L |
