1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 35 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 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (112 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 25 kg more than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (124 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Giulia | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 112 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |
