1981 Ford Fiesta vs. 2008 Renault Clio
To start off, 2008 Renault Clio is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Fiesta (83 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Renault Clio. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Clio weights approximately 430 kg more than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Renault Clio (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (129 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Fiesta | 2008 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Fiesta | Clio |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |
