1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 17 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 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 255 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
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, 2007 Renault Clio (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 33 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
