1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1962 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1962 Mazda R 360 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1962 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1962 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 460 kg more than 1962 Mazda R 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1962 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Giulietta | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 63 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 55 L |
