1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2008 Renault Clio
To start off, 2008 Renault Clio is newer by 20 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Renault Clio. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Clio weights approximately 105 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
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, 1988 Fiat Tipo (130 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 2008 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Tipo | Clio |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
