2011 Renault Clio vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2011 Renault Clio is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2011 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Clio weights approximately 425 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146.
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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Renault Clio | 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Renault | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Clio | 146 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
