1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 1993 Renault Clio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat Tipo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat Tipo 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 57 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (91 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 110 kg more than 1993 Renault Clio.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Fiat Tipo (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Clio. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Tipo | Clio |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1927 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
