1983 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,999 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV (154 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (124 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 58 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV (203 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 Nm). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | GTV | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 124 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1158 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
