1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 Renault Clio
To start off, 2008 Renault Clio is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2008 Renault Clio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 115 kg more than 2008 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2008 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Spider | Clio |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 110 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 | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
