1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1979 Renault 14
To start off, 1979 Renault 14 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,217 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Renault 14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1979 Renault 14. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 29 kg more than 1979 Renault 14. 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, 1979 Renault 14 (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Renault 14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1979 Renault 14 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Alfasud | 14 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 48 L |
