1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1974 Renault Siete
To start off, 1974 Renault Siete is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1974 Renault Siete. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Renault Siete weights approximately 70 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Renault Siete, 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, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault Siete. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1974 Renault Siete | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | Giulia | Siete |
Year Released | 1965 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 44 HP |
Torque | 142 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2540 mm |