1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 23 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata (134 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 5 kg more than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata (163 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata has automatic transmission and 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | Giulietta | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1357 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |