1972 Fiat 500 vs. 1991 Renault Clio
To start off, 1991 Renault Clio is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,170 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault Clio (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Clio weights approximately 345 kg more than 1972 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Fiat 500 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 1972 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Renault Clio (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 500. (28 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 500 | 1991 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 500 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1170 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 75.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 64.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
