1979 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2001 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2001 Mazda Premacy is newer by 22 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Premacy. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 220 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 1979 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 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Premacy, 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, 2001 Mazda Premacy (244 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. (190 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda Premacy 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 | 2001 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | GTV | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1320 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
