1971 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider (89 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 120 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. 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 Spider (121 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (110 Nm). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Spider | 9 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2490 mm |
