1999 Renault Clio vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, both 1999 Renault Clio and 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1999 Renault Clio. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Clio. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Clio. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 has automatic transmission and 1999 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 1999 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Renault Clio | 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
Make | Renault | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Clio | 156 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 68.3 mm |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 17.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |