1988 Renault 5 vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1988 Renault 5. (95 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1988 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 5. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 5 | 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Renault | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 5 | 156 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
