1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1987 Renault 21
To start off, 1987 Renault 21 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1987 Renault 21. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault 21 weights approximately 187 kg more than 1982 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, 1987 Renault 21 (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1987 Renault 21 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | Alfasud | 21 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1869 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2820 mm |