1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1982 Renault 9
To start off, 1982 Renault 9 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1982 Renault 9. (55 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Renault 9 weights approximately 21 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
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, 1982 Renault 9 (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Renault 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1982 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Alfasud | 9 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
