1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2008 Mazda 5
To start off, 2008 Mazda 5 is newer by 49 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 5 weights approximately 457 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.
Because 1959 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 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 5, 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, 2008 Mazda 5 (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 5 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 | 2008 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | Giulietta | 5 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |