2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 3. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 52 kg more than 2013 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (340 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 3. (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Giulietta | 3 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1742 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1303 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4351 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1798 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1465 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
