1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 6 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Clio (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1993 Renault Clio.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Clio. (187 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 145 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
