1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2012 Renault Duster
To start off, 2012 Renault Duster is newer by 51 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Duster (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Duster should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Duster weights approximately 345 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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, 2012 Renault Duster, 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, 2012 Renault Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2012 Renault Duster | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | Giulietta | Duster |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2673 mm |