1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1976 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 1976 Mazda RX-3 is newer by 20 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 1,964 cc, 1976 Mazda RX-3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda RX-3 (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda RX-3 should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda RX-3 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1956 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, 1976 Mazda RX-3 (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda RX-3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1976 Mazda RX-3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | Giulietta | RX-3 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1976 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 65 L |