1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1970 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,961 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 290 kg more than 1970 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, 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1970 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Giulietta | Familia |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1961 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 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 |
