1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 2006 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 30 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 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 110. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1976 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Clio weights approximately 238 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.
Because 1976 Alpine A 110 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Alpine A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Alpine A 110 (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1976 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 110 | 2006 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Alpine | Renault |
| Model | A 110 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
