2000 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1989 Renault 21
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1989 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1989 Renault 21 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 | 1989 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 146 | 21 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |
