1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2012 Renault Clio
To start off, 2012 Renault Clio is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Clio weights approximately 340 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Because 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 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 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Clio. (152 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2012 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
