1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1960 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 630 kg more than 1960 Mazda R 360. 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (190 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1960 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Giulia | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 63 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |
