1984 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 1987 Renault 5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (118 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 62 kg more than 1987 Renault 5.
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 5 (165 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1987 Renault 5 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | 33 | 5 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 858 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |