1996 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1999 Mazda B2500
To start off, 1999 Mazda B2500 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. 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 109 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B2500. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 1999 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda B2500. (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1999 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | GTV | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
