1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1985 Mazda 323
To start off, 1985 Mazda 323 is newer by 28 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mazda 323 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1985 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Giulietta | 323 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1070 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2370 mm |
