1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2005 Renault Kangoo is newer by 50 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 170 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, 2005 Renault Kangoo, 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, 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | Giulietta | Kangoo |
Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2620 mm |