1993 Renault Clio vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Clio 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 9 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. (129 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1993 Renault Clio.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Renault Clio (187 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Clio | 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Renault | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Clio | 146 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 1764 cc | 1712 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
