1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 11 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1980 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 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6, 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, 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 6. 2010 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Giulietta | 6 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1961 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
