1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1988 Renault 21
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (104 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1988 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1988 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 145 | 21 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1369 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |
