1986 Renault 21 vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (102 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1986 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1986 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (261 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Renault 21 | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Renault | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 21 | 146 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 61 L |
