1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1986 Renault Super 5 is newer by 15 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 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 295 kg more than 1986 Renault Super 5. 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Giulia | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
