1998 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1985 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (190 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 825 kg more than 1985 Renault Super 5. 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 166 (226 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1985 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 166 | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
