1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1990 Renault 19
To start off, 1990 Renault 19 is newer by 34 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault 19 (80 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault 19 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Renault 19, 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 19. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1990 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Giulietta | 19 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 75.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 55 L |
