1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2002 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2002 Renault Twingo is newer by 36 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, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2002 Renault Twingo. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 152 kg more than 2002 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Twingo. (91 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2002 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Giulia | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 40 L |
