1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1999 Mazda 121
To start off, 1999 Mazda 121 is newer by 42 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Mazda 121. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda 121 weights approximately 171 kg more than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1957 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 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda 121, 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, 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda 121. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1999 Mazda 121 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | Giulietta | 121 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1241 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2460 mm |