1975 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1973 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda RX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda RX-3 would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1973 Mazda RX-3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1973 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 188 kg more than 1973 Mazda RX-3. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1973 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | GTV | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1961 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 65 L |
