1978 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 301 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio. 2007 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV has manual transmission. 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | GTV | Clio |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
