1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2009 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 48 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, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP) has 137 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 545 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, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Giulietta | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 189 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 61 L |
