1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1986 Mazda 929
To start off, 1986 Mazda 929 is newer by 17 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mazda 929 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (136 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1986 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Giulia | 929 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
