1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1977 Mazda 818
To start off, 1977 Mazda 818 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,569 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mazda 818 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1977 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Giulia | 818 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1271 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2320 mm |
