1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1996 Renault Twingo
To start off, 1996 Renault Twingo is newer by 31 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 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (168 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1996 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Twingo weights approximately 186 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, 1996 Renault Twingo, 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Twingo. 1996 Renault Twingo has automatic transmission and 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia has manual transmission. 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Renault Twingo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1996 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Giulia | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 66 L |
