1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 (164 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 365 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio. 2007 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 has manual transmission. 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 2600 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
