1986 Renault Super 5 vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 (190 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 825 kg more than 1986 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Renault Super 5 | 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
Make | Renault | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Super 5 | 166 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 2492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |