1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1982 Renault 11
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 11 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1982 Renault 11. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1982 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, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 11. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1982 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 145 | 11 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
