1968 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2001 Renault Clio
To start off, 2001 Renault Clio is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Clio (230 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Clio weights approximately 910 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Clio. (105 Nm). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo GTA | 2001 Renault Clio | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | GTA | Clio |
Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 105 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |