1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 1987 Renault 5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault 5 weights approximately 38 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Alfetta | 5 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 51 L |
