1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1988 Renault 5
To start off, 1988 Renault 5 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,883 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1988 Renault 5. (95 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 5.
Because 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 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 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Renault 5 (143 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm). This means 1988 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1988 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 1900 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1883 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2420 mm |
