1994 Renault Express vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Express would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1994 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1994 Renault Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Renault Express | 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
Make | Renault | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Express | 147 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2550 mm |