1971 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1985 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1985 Renault Super 5 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 285 kg more than 1985 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo GT | 1985 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | GT | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2410 mm |
