1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 49 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 95 kg more than 2012 Mazda BT-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 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 | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Giulia | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |
