1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 1996 Renault Megane is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (88 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 261 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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, 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, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (143 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane. 1996 Renault Megane has automatic transmission and 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Renault Megane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Giulietta | Megane |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1071 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
