1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1977 Mazda RX-3
To start off, both 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta and 1977 Mazda RX-3 were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,964 cc, 1977 Mazda RX-3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (125 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1977 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 248 kg more than 1977 Mazda RX-3. 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, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (149 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm). This means 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1977 Mazda RX-3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | Giulietta | RX-3 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1355 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 135 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |