1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1982 Renault 14
To start off, 1982 Renault 14 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1982 Renault 14. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Renault 14 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1954 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 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Renault 14, 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, 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 14. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 14.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1982 Renault 14 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | Giulietta | 14 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 48 L |