1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 35 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. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 240 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, 2005 Renault Laguna, 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Berlina | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 68 L |
