1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2009 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2009 Mazda B2300 is newer by 51 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 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 140 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, 2009 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda B2300 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 | 2009 Mazda B2300 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | Giulietta | B2300 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2266 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 62 L |