1993 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1976 Renault 5
To start off, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1976 Renault 5. (93 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1976 Renault 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, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 5. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1976 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 155 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 850 kg |
