1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1951 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Triumph Renown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Triumph Renown weights approximately 214 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Triumph Renown (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1951 Triumph Renown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1951 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
| Model | Giulietta | Renown |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1357 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
