1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1981 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1981 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 20 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 2,292 cc, 1981 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mazda RX-7 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 Mazda RX-7 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1981 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Giulietta | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 65 L |
