1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 1988 Renault 19 is newer by 23 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 1,764 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (168 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 19 weights approximately 432 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, 1988 Renault 19, 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 (220 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (161 Nm). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Giulia | 19 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 66 L |
