1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 1993 Renault Clio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,764 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Clio (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Clio weights approximately 85 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Renault Clio (187 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Alfasud | Clio |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
