1975 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1972 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 1,961 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 330 kg more than 1972 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, 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1972 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | GTV | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1961 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 | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2270 mm |
