1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1968 Mazda Familia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 5 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Giulia | Familia |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 57 L |
