1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1987 Renault 21
To start off, 1987 Renault 21 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1987 Renault 21. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault 21 weights approximately 267 kg more than 1977 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, 1987 Renault 21 (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1987 Renault 21 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | Alfasud | 21 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1287 cc | 1869 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2820 mm |