1956 Renault Etoile vs. 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 1956 Renault Etoile is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Renault Etoile is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Renault Etoile (267 HP @ 28000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Renault Etoile should accelerate faster than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1956 Renault Etoile.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Renault Etoile | 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
| Make | Renault | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Etoile | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1883 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 28000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
