1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 1993 Renault Clio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Clio (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1993 Renault Clio.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Clio. (187 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 164 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
