1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1977 Mazda RX-4
To start off, 1977 Mazda RX-4 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 2,616 cc, 1977 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1977 Mazda RX-4. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda RX-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mazda RX-4 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Mazda RX-4 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1977 Mazda RX-4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1977 Mazda RX-4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Giulia | RX-4 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
