1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 9 weights approximately 52 kg more than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (108 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Giulietta | 9 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 863 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 38 L |
