1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1980 Mazda 323
To start off, 1980 Mazda 323 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (101 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 323. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 77 kg more than 1980 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Mazda 323 (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1980 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Giulietta | 323 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 957 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 45 L |
