1979 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1992 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1992 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1992 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda RX-7 (239 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. 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, 1992 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. (190 Nm). This means 1992 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1992 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | GTV | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1300 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 77 L |
