1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1993 Renault Safrane is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Safrane (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 562 kg more than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. 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, 1993 Renault Safrane (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Sprint | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
