1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2002 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2002 Renault Avantime is newer by 45 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Avantime (162 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Avantime weights approximately 821 kg more than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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, 2002 Renault Avantime, 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, 2002 Renault Avantime (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2002 Renault Avantime | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | Giulietta | Avantime |
Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1641 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |