1990 Renault Alpine vs. 1956 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1990 Renault Alpine is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Renault Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Alpine (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault Alpine weights approximately 470 kg more than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1990 Renault Alpine (290 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. (88 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Renault Alpine | 1956 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Alpine | Beetle |
Year Released | 1990 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 77.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 64 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 42 L |