1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2011 Renault Clio
To start off, 2011 Renault Clio is newer by 32 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Clio (97 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Clio weights approximately 725 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Renault Clio (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2011 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Alfasud | Clio |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |
