1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1968 Mazda Luce is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda Luce (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Luce weights approximately 185 kg more than 1959 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, 1968 Mazda Luce (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | Giulietta | Luce |
Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |