1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 47 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 523 kg more than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Clio (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2007 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Giulietta | Clio |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 957 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 55 L |
