1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 660 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Laguna (300 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | Alfasud | Laguna |
Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 93 mm |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |