1989 Renault 4 vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 4 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1989 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 855 kg more than 1989 Renault 4. 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 166 (276 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 4. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 has automatic transmission and 1989 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1989 Renault 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Renault 4 | 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Renault | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 4 | 166 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2600 mm |
