1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 1992 Renault Alpine
To start off, 1992 Renault Alpine is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Renault Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault Alpine (251 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Alpine weights approximately 340 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Renault Alpine (351 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 1992 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 1750 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
