1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1974 Renault 17
To start off, 1974 Renault 17 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,606 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Renault 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1974 Renault 17. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Renault 17 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 17. (136 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1974 Renault 17 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Giulia | 17 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |
