1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 84 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia (190 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Giulia | 9 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2490 mm |
