1976 Ford Fiesta vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 1993 Renault Clio is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,764 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Clio (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1976 Ford Fiesta. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Clio weights approximately 245 kg more than 1976 Ford Fiesta. 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 (187 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Fiesta. (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Fiesta | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Fiesta | Clio |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
