1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2013 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 33 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), 2013 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda CX-9 (269 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 717 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda CX-9 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 | 2013 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | GTV | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| 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 | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1927 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5108 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1936 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1728 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2875 mm |
