1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1976 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (170 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 340 kg more than 1976 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, 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (283 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1976 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Giulietta | Familia |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2270 mm |
