1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint would be higher. At 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 562 kg more than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Clio (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. 2007 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint has manual transmission. 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Sprint | Clio |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
