1995 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1990 Renault 21
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1990 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1990 Renault 21. 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, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1990 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 146 | 21 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2820 mm |
