1973 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1975 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1975 Mazda 1000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 318 kg more than 1975 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV (190 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1975 Mazda 1000 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | GTV | 1000 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1028 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2270 mm |