1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 342 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | GTV | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1552 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3200 mm |
