1990 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ weights approximately 565 kg more than 1986 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | SZ | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
