1984 Renault 11 vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 11 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 420 kg more than 1984 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 11. (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 11 | 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Renault | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 11 | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2634 mm |
