2003 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2008 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2008 Mazda B2300 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Mazda B2300. (144 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda B2300.
Because 2008 Mazda B2300 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 2008 Mazda B2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2008 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2008 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | GTV | B2300 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
