1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 26 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (212 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | GTV | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1311 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
