1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2004 Renault Clio
To start off, 2004 Renault Clio is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Clio weights approximately 86 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2004 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Spider | Clio |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 251 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 | 9.2:1 | 11.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
