1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 1994 Renault Clio
To start off, 1994 Renault Clio is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault Clio (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1994 Renault Clio.
Because 1954 Fiat 1400 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 1954 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1954 Fiat 1400 (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Clio. (85 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1400 | 1994 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 1400 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 64.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
