2007 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1997 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT (406 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1997 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda MPV.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT (509 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda MPV. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo GT | 1997 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | GT | MPV |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 406 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
