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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda Familia (57 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 85 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia.
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 (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 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 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2200 mm |
