1991 Renault Clio vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Clio would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 (136 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1991 Renault Clio. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1991 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Clio. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Clio | 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Renault | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Clio | 166 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
