1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1981 Renault 4
To start off, 1981 Renault 4 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1981 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 125 kg more than 1981 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Renault 4, 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, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 4. (63 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1981 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Giulietta | 4 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |
