2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1986 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Spider | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
