1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2001 Mazda 6
To start off, 2001 Mazda 6 is newer by 29 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda 6 (163 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 439 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Mazda 6 (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 2001 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | GT | 6 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 64 L |