1972 Renault 5 vs. 2007 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1972 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 941 kg more than 1972 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Renault 5 | 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Renault | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 5 | 159 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
