1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 29 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 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (272 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 85 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mazda 6 (365 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 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 | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | GTV | 6 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2800 mm |
