2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1984 Renault 11
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 11 would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (136 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1984 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 11. (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1984 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 156 | 11 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |
