1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1990 Renault 4
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1990 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1990 Renault 4. 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1990 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 145 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
