1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1996 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 1996 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 36 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 2,615 cc, 1996 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda RX-01 weights approximately 143 kg more than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Mazda RX-01, 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, 1996 Mazda RX-01 (220 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda RX-01 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 | 1996 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Giulietta | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2615 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 957 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 55 L |
