1978 Fiat Mirafiori vs. 2009 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Renault Clio is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Mirafiori would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat Mirafiori is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat Mirafiori (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Mirafiori should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Clio weights approximately 570 kg more than 1978 Fiat Mirafiori.
Because 1978 Fiat Mirafiori 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 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1978 Fiat Mirafiori (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat Mirafiori will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat Mirafiori | 2009 Renault Clio | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Mirafiori | Clio |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |