1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1992 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1992 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 23 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 2,616 cc, 1992 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda RX-7 (239 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 1992 Mazda RX-7 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 | 1992 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Giulia | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 77 L |
