1990 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1986 Renault 21
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault 21 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1986 Renault 21. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault 21 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Renault 21, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Spider (157 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 21. (142 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1986 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Spider | 21 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2820 mm |
