1971 Fiat 124 vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 1993 Renault Clio is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Clio (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Clio weights approximately 88 kg more than 1971 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Renault Clio (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 124 | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 124 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
