2007 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1979 Mazda 616
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 28 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 455 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo GT | 1979 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | GT | 616 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2480 mm |
