1998 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 210 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio. 2007 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 has manual transmission. 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 156 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
