2005 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1993 Renault Safrane. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1993 Renault Safrane (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo GT | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | GT | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
