1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2010 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2010 Mazda B2300 is newer by 36 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 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 50 kg more than 2010 Mazda B2300.
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, 2010 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 2010 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2010 Mazda B2300 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | Giulia | B2300 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2266 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 209 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 62 L |