2002 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1972 Mazda 616
To start off, 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 440 kg more than 1972 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1972 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | GTV | 616 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
