1981 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1981 Renault 5
To start off, both 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV and 1981 Renault 5 were released in the same year (1981). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 12 kg more than 1981 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1981 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | GTV | 5 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 158 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
