1990 Mazda 929 vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 929. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 10 kg more than 1990 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Mazda 929 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 1990 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta, 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, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (250 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 929. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mazda 929 | 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Mazda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 929 | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2634 mm |
