1988 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 1988 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,567 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1988 Alfa Romeo 75. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1988 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault 5 weights approximately 26 kg more than 1988 Alfa Romeo 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alfa Romeo 75. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 75 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1567 cc | 1419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 51 L |
