1975 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2002 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2002 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 2,615 cc, 2002 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. 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, 2002 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Alfa Romeo GT | 2002 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | GT | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2615 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 61 L |