1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1969 Renault 12
To start off, 1969 Renault 12 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1969 Renault 12. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1969 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Renault 12 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1956 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 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Renault 12, 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, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Renault 12. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1969 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Giulietta | 12 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 60 L |
