2001 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 324 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 156 | 9 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2490 mm |
