2005 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1983 Renault 11
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 11 would be higher. At 1,745 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1983 Renault 11. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 405 kg more than 1983 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 11. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo GT | 1983 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | GT | 11 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |
