2009 Alpina Roadster vs. 1980 Renault 4
To start off, 2009 Alpina Roadster is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 4 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alpina Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina Roadster (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1980 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 700 kg more than 1980 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Alpina Roadster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Alpina Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Renault 4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Alpina Roadster (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina Roadster | 1980 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Alpina | Renault |
| Model | Roadster | 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
