1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Clio (252 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Clio weights approximately 40 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2005 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 2600 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2583 cc | 2957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
