1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1985 Renault Siete
To start off, 1985 Renault Siete is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1985 Renault Siete. (44 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 25 kg more than 1985 Renault Siete. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Renault Siete, 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, 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Siete. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1985 Renault Siete | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Giulietta | Siete |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2540 mm |
