1967 Alvis TF vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 1984 Renault 5 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alvis TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alvis TF would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Alvis TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1967 Alvis TF. (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1967 Alvis TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alvis TF weights approximately 614 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 5 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alvis TF. (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alvis TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alvis TF | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Alvis | Renault |
| Model | TF | 5 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 51 L |
