1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1987 Renault 21
To start off, 1987 Renault 21 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 21 (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1987 Renault 21.
Because 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 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 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Renault 21, 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, 1987 Renault 21 (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1987 Renault 21 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | Alfa 6 | 21 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |