2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1979 Mazda 616
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 590 kg more than 1979 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo GT | 1979 Mazda 616 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | GT | 616 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 83 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2480 mm |