1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1993 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1993 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1993 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 328 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1993 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Giulia | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 75 L |
