1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,350 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (77 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 268 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Alfasud | Clio |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1350 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1158 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
