1996 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo 155. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 would be higher. Both 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 and 2007 Renault Clio are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 210 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Clio (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 155 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
