1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 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 117 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 290 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323. 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Giulietta | 323 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2370 mm |
