1980 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 1988 Renault 19 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (79 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 60 kg more than 1988 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19, 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, 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (107 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Spider | 19 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2550 mm |
