1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1987 Renault 21
To start off, 1987 Renault 21 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 21 (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 140 kg more than 1987 Renault 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 21 (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1987 Renault 21 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | Spider | 21 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |