1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 52 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 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (182 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 6 weights approximately 730 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.
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, 2009 Mazda 6, 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 6 (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 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 | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | Giulietta | 6 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2183 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 64 L |