1990 Fiat Uno vs. 2008 Renault Clio
To start off, 2008 Renault Clio is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Clio (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Clio weights approximately 155 kg more than 1990 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Fiat Uno (108 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 2008 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Uno | Clio |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2480 mm |
