1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1985 Renault 5
To start off, 1985 Renault 5 is newer by 20 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, 1985 Renault 5 (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 64 kg more than 1985 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 5 (430 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1985 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Giulia | 5 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1526 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 51 L |
