1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 1993 Renault Clio is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Clio (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Clio weights approximately 445 kg more than 1959 Alpine A 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Renault Clio (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alpine A 106 | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Alpine | Renault |
| Model | A 106 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
