1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1986 Renault 18
To start off, 1986 Renault 18 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1986 Renault 18. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault 18 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Renault 18 (163 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1986 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Giulia | 18 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
