1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 vs. 1965 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 2,935 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1965 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 weights approximately 754 kg more than 1965 Mazda R 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 (222 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 | 1965 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | GTV6 | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 2935 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 63 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
