1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1984 Renault 11
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 11 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1984 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 11. (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1984 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 155 | 11 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
