1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1968 Mazda R-100
To start off, 1968 Mazda R-100 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,963 cc, 1968 Mazda R-100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda R-100 (110 HP) has 58 more horse power than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda R-100 should accelerate faster than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 70 kg more than 1968 Mazda R-100.
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, 1968 Mazda R-100 (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda R-100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1968 Mazda R-100 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | Giulietta | R-100 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1963 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 110 HP |
Torque | 94 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2270 mm |