1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 1996 Mazda 626 is newer by 22 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 626 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (190 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (150 Nm). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Giulia | 626 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |
