2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (149 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 720 kg more than 1986 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Spider | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
