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Originally Posted by Rathji
Start the car, undo the battery cable. If it stops running then there is something wrong with the alternator as well. It might just need a new belt, tightening etc, or might need replacing.
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The car stopping running would be an indication that it was made sometime after ~1988.
When the ignition lock snapped on my 89 Beretta, the mechanic told me to drive it there and remove the negative post to stop the engine.
I would say it is likely the battery after that long- I would also let it run for an hour to see if it will charge up. If you or a friend has a voltage tester, when running the car should be putting out about 14-15 volts.