2002 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 323 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 85 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 500 kg more than 1981 Mazda 323. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | GTV | 323 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1069 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
