2005 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1999 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B2500. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 1999 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Mazda B2500 (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo GT | 1999 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | GT | B2500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
