1996 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1996 Mazda MPV
To start off, both 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV and 1996 Mazda MPV were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1996 Mazda MPV. (114 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda MPV weights approximately 375 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 1996 Mazda MPV is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Mazda MPV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Mazda MPV (277 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV. (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1996 Mazda MPV | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | GTV | MPV |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 277 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2850 mm |