2004 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1985 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1985 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1985 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 147 | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
