1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1984 Mazda 929
To start off, 1984 Mazda 929 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mazda 929 weights approximately 132 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1984 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Giulia | 929 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2620 mm |
