1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint weights approximately 9 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Renault 9 (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Sprint | 9 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2490 mm |
