1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 53 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 1,347 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 3. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Mazda 3 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (108 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 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 | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Giulietta | 3 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1347 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 55 L |
