1975 Renault 30 vs. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 30 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1975 Renault 30. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1975 Renault 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (259 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 30. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Renault 30 | 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Renault | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 30 | 164 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
