1980 Alfa Romeo 179 vs. 1985 Renault 5
To start off, 1985 Renault 5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo 179. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo 179 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo 179 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo 179. (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo 179. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo 179 weights approximately 128 kg more than 1985 Renault 5.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1985 Renault 5 (221 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo 179. (177 Nm). This means 1985 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo 179.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo 179 | 1985 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 179 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 972 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |
