1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1993 Renault 21
To start off, 1993 Renault 21 is newer by 38 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1993 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault 21 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1955 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 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Renault 21, 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, 1993 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1993 Renault 21 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | Giulietta | 21 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2820 mm |