1968 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1982 Renault 18
To start off, 1982 Renault 18 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1982 Renault 18. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 345 kg more than 1982 Renault 18. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1982 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Spider | 18 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
