1980 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1999 Renault Clio
To start off, 1999 Renault Clio is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Clio (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 5 kg more than 1999 Renault Clio.
Because 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Clio. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1999 Renault Clio | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | Spider | Clio |
Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2480 mm |