1976 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV. (182 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | GTV | 6 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 64 L |