1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1975 Mazda 818
To start off, 1975 Mazda 818 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 818. (68 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 170 kg more than 1975 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1975 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Giulia | 818 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 68 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2320 mm |
