1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1974 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 1974 Mazda RX-3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,962 cc, 1974 Mazda RX-3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda RX-3 (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda RX-3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 150 kg more than 1974 Mazda RX-3.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia (190 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1974 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Giulia | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1962 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 65 L |
