2003 Alpina Roadster vs. 1978 Renault 5
To start off, 2003 Alpina Roadster is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 5 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alpina Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina Roadster (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1978 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 654 kg more than 1978 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2003 Alpina Roadster (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina Roadster | 1978 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Alpina | Renault |
| Model | Roadster | 5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 56 L |
