1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2008 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,308 cc, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 602 kg more than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2008 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | Giulietta | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1308 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 61 L |