1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1966 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,357 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1966 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1966 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 280 kg more than 1966 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1966 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Giulietta | Familia |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1357 cc | 984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
