1968 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1979 Renault 5
To start off, 1979 Renault 5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Renault 5 (159 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior.
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, 1979 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. (136 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1979 Renault 5 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | Junior | 5 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2440 mm |