1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1986 Renault Super 5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,350 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (77 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 195 kg more than 1986 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | Alfasud | Super 5 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1350 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 77 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |