1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 1992 Renault Alpine
To start off, 1992 Renault Alpine is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Renault Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault Alpine (251 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. (106 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Alpine weights approximately 83 kg more than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Renault Alpine (351 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 1992 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 2000 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73 mm |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 266 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1337 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 80 L |
