1984 Renault Siete vs. 1997 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault Siete would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1984 Renault Siete. (44 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1984 Renault Siete. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault Siete. (85 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault Siete | 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Renault | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Siete | 146 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2550 mm |
