2009 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 23 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 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 670 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 147 | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
