1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2007 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 46 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 1,308 cc, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (64 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 506 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, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda RX-8 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 | 2007 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | Giulietta | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1308 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83.6 mm |
Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 61 L |