1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1974 Renault 5
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1974 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 359 kg more than 1974 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Renault 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (149 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1974 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 33 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
