1983 Renault 11 vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 11 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1983 Renault 11. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1983 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Renault 11 (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Renault 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Renault 11 | 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Renault | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 11 | 146 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2550 mm |
