1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1982 Renault 11
To start off, 1982 Renault 11 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Renault 11 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Renault 11 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 54 kg more than 1982 Renault 11.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Renault 11 (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Renault 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1982 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Giulia | 11 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2490 mm |
