1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2002 Renault Megane is newer by 42 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (101 HP) has 27 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Megane weights approximately 273 kg more than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1960 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 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Renault Megane, 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, 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (106 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Giulietta | Megane |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 957 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |
