1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 vs. 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 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 55 more horse power than 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (116 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 weights approximately 168 kg more than 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (137 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 | 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | GTV6 | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2935 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2270 mm |
