1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1968 Renault 8
To start off, 1968 Renault 8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1968 Renault 8. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 177 kg more than 1968 Renault 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (113 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 8. (77 Nm). This means 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1968 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Giulietta | 8 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 957 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 38 L |
