1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1998 Renault Clio
To start off, 1998 Renault Clio is newer by 33 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 110 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (58 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Clio weights approximately 250 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, 1998 Renault Clio, 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 1998 Renault Clio. (93 Nm). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1998 Renault Clio | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | Giulia | Clio |
Year Released | 1965 | 1998 |
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 | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 93 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |