1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1985 Mazda 929
To start off, 1985 Mazda 929 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 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda 929 (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mazda 929 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda 929 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 | 1985 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Giulietta | 929 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2620 mm |
