1990 Innocenti 990 vs. 2004 Renault Clio
To start off, 2004 Renault Clio is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Clio (97 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1990 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1990 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Clio weights approximately 325 kg more than 1990 Innocenti 990. 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, 2004 Renault Clio (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Innocenti 990 | 2004 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Innocenti | Renault |
| Model | 990 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2480 mm |
