1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1995 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 40 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 2,614 cc, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP) has 168 more horse power than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda RX-01 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1995 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Giulietta | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2614 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 220 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2350 mm |
