1999 Alpina B3 vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 1999 Alpina B3 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alpina B3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1993 Renault Clio. (148 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B3 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1993 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Alpina B3 (455 Nm) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Clio. (182 Nm). This means 1999 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B3 | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Alpina | Renault |
| Model | B3 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
