1973 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1987 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1987 Renault Super 5 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 285 kg more than 1987 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, 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider (121 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm). This means 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1987 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Spider | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
