1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1976 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1976 Mazda Chante is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 330 kg more than 1976 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1976 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Giulietta | Chante |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2210 mm |
