1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 1996 Renault Megane is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (96 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 340 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Renault Megane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Renault Megane (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (136 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Giulia | Megane |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |
