1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2009 Renault Megane
To start off, 2009 Renault Megane is newer by 30 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Megane (227 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1979 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, 2009 Renault Megane (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Megane 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 | 2009 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Alfasud | Megane |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 236 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 Length | 3980 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
