1973 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1983 Renault 11
To start off, 1983 Renault 11 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1983 Renault 11. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 133 kg more than 1983 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV (190 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 11. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1983 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | GTV | 11 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1028 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2490 mm |
