1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1997 Mazda Sentia
To start off, 1997 Mazda Sentia is newer by 34 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 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mazda Sentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda Sentia (158 HP) has 43 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda Sentia should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 510 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Mazda Sentia (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda Sentia 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 | 1997 Mazda Sentia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Giulia | Sentia |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |
