1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2007 Mazda 3
To start off, 2007 Mazda 3 is newer by 45 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 3. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 3 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mazda 3 (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2007 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Giulia | 3 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |
