1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, 2012 Mazda 3 is newer by 47 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (168 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 3. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 3 weights approximately 753 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mazda 3 (228 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (220 Nm). This means 2012 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 2012 Mazda 3 has automatic transmission and 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia has manual transmission. 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mazda 3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Giulia | 3 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
