1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1998 Mazda 121
To start off, 1998 Mazda 121 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 121. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 80 kg more than 1998 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda 121, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (143 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 121. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1998 Mazda 121 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | Giulietta | 121 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1071 kg | 991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |