1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe vs. 1985 Renault 18
To start off, 1985 Renault 18 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe would be higher. Both 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe and 1985 Renault 18 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1985 Renault 18. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 18 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe.
Because 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Renault 18, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 18. (163 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe | 1985 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Coupe | 18 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1410 mm |
