1995 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 229 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 5 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 145 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
