1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2000 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2000 Mazda Premacy is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,833 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Premacy (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 187 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Premacy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Mazda Premacy (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2000 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | Giulia | Premacy |
Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1833 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 58 L |