2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo vs. 1988 Renault 5
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 5 (95 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo.
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, 1988 Renault 5 (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo | 1988 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | MiTo | 5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
