2000 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1985 Renault 18
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 18 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1985 Renault 18.
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, 1985 Renault 18 (163 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1985 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 146 | 18 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
