1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 29 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 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 110. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1976 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Clio weights approximately 680 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.
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, 2005 Renault Clio (300 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Alpine | Renault |
| Model | A 110 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1646 cc | 2945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 61 L |
