1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1983 Mazda 323 is newer by 22 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (64 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 64 kg more than 1983 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, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Giulietta | 323 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2370 mm |
