1975 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1972 Mazda 818
To start off, 1975 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda 818 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT.
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, 1975 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Alfa Romeo GT | 1972 Mazda 818 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | GT | 818 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2320 mm |