1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1976 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1976 Mazda Chante is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 550 kg more than 1976 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (190 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1976 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Giulia | Chante |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2210 mm |
