1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 220 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | Giulia | Familia |
Year Released | 1976 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |