1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 1987 Renault 5 is newer by 21 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 1,419 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault 5 weights approximately 116 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 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 | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Giulia | 5 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 51 L |
