1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1957 Renault Colorale
To start off, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Renault Colorale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Renault Colorale would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Renault Colorale is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1957 Renault Colorale. (51 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Colorale. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Renault Colorale weights approximately 730 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1957 Renault Colorale | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Giulietta | Colorale |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2670 mm |
