1989 Fiat 126 vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1989 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 835 kg more than 1989 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Clio (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat 126. 2007 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 1989 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1989 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat 126 | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 126 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 116 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
