1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1968 Mazda Familia is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 50 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | Giulietta | Familia |
Year Released | 1955 | 1968 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 55 L |