1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 is newer by 39 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 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 2. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 2 weights approximately 9 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 2. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | GT | 2 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 43 L |
