1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 1993 Renault Clio is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 1,764 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Clio (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 110. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1976 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Clio weights approximately 183 kg more than 1976 Alpine A 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Renault Clio (187 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 110 | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Alpine | Renault |
| Model | A 110 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1400 mm |
