2004 Mazda Laputa vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda Laputa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda Laputa would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 615 kg more than 2004 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Laputa. (61 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Laputa | 2010 Alfa Romeo GT | |
| Make | Mazda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Laputa | GT |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 63 L |
