1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 vs. 2005 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2005 Mazda B2500 is newer by 21 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 4,030 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B2500 (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 567 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Mazda B2500 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. (222 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 | 2005 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | GTV6 | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2935 cc | 4030 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2990 mm |
