1998 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1998 Renault Clio
To start off, both 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 and 1998 Renault Clio were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 (138 HP) has 64 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (114 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1998 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 156 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
