2005 Alpina Roadster vs. 1985 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2005 Alpina Roadster is newer by 20 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 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alpina Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina Roadster (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 931 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, 2005 Alpina Roadster (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina Roadster | 1985 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Alpina | Renault |
| Model | Roadster | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
