1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1983 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1983 Mazda RX-7 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 2,292 cc, 1983 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mazda RX-7 (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (64 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 146 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, 1983 Mazda RX-7 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 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 | 1983 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | Giulietta | RX-7 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2292 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 65 L |