1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1979 Renault 15
To start off, 1979 Renault 15 is newer by 16 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 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Renault 15 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (133 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1979 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Giulia | 15 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
