1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2008 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Kangoo (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 530 kg more than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Renault Kangoo will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Renault Kangoo (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2008 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | Giulietta | Kangoo |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1869 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |