1974 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1995 Renault Laguna

To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 406 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1974 Alfa Romeo GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Renault Laguna (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT.

Compare all specifications:

1974 Alfa Romeo GT 1995 Renault Laguna
Make Alfa Romeo Renault
Model GT Laguna
Year Released 1974 1995
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 1783 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 87 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 164 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78 mm 82.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 67.5 mm 83 mm
Top Speed 170 km/hour 195 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 980 kg 1386 kg
Vehicle Length 4090 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 1590 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2160 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 46 L 66 L


 

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