1959 Fiat 750 vs. 2006 Renault Clio

To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 750 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Clio weights approximately 665 kg more than 1959 Fiat 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1959 Fiat 750 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 1959 Fiat 750. 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, 2006 Renault Clio (195 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Fiat 750 2006 Renault Clio
Make Fiat Renault
Model 750 Clio
Year Released 1959 2006
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 746 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 41 HP 137 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 54 Nm 195 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 61 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 64 mm 90.1 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.1:1
Top Speed 131 km/hour 200 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 585 kg 1250 kg
Vehicle Length 3290 mm 3990 mm
Vehicle Width 1390 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 55 L