1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1965 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 178 kg more than 1965 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, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1965 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Giulia | Familia |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2200 mm |
