1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina vs. 1992 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1992 Renault Safrane is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina would be higher. Both 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina and 1992 Renault Safrane are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1992 Renault Safrane. (107 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Safrane weights approximately 260 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina.
Because 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina 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 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Renault Safrane, 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, 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault Safrane. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina | 1992 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Berlina | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |
