1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 1987 Renault 5 is newer by 8 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (118 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 36 kg more than 1987 Renault 5.
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 5 (165 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1987 Renault 5 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | Alfasud | 5 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.9:1 |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 858 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |