2006 Renault Clio vs. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 (106 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 weights approximately 307 kg more than 2006 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Clio | 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 | |
| Make | Renault | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Clio | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 71 L |
