1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1985 Renault 5
To start off, 1985 Renault 5 is newer by 22 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 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 5 (158 HP) has 43 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 78 kg more than 1985 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1985 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Giulia | 5 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 51 L |
