1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1981 Mazda 929
To start off, 1981 Mazda 929 is newer by 18 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 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 929. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda 929 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Mazda 929 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 | 1981 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Giulia | 929 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
