1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1973 Renault 5
To start off, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1973 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 356 kg more than 1973 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Renault 5, 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, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (143 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1973 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Giulietta | 5 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1071 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
