1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1977 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 1977 Mazda RX-3 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1977 Mazda RX-3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mazda RX-3 (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mazda RX-3 should accelerate faster than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 24 kg more than 1977 Mazda RX-3.
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, 1977 Mazda RX-3 (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Mazda RX-3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1977 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Giulietta | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 65 L |
