1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2009 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 47 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 7 more horse power than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (140 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2009 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Giulia | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 61 L |
