1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1985 Mazda 323
To start off, 1985 Mazda 323 is newer by 25 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 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (56 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mazda 323 weights approximately 9 kg more than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1960 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 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 323, 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, 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (107 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1985 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Giulietta | 323 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 957 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
