1968 Fiat 600 vs. 2010 Renault Clio
To start off, 2010 Renault Clio is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,460 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Clio (81 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Clio weights approximately 345 kg more than 1968 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Fiat 600 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 1968 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Renault Clio (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 600 | 2010 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 600 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
