1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1998 Renault Clio
To start off, 1998 Renault Clio is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 1,777 cc (3 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Clio (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1998 Renault Clio.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (131 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1998 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 33 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1777 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.2 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
