1968 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1985 Renault 5
To start off, 1985 Renault 5 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 5 weights approximately 182 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. 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, 1985 Renault 5 (221 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm). This means 1985 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1985 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | GTA | 5 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 51 L |
