1991 Ford Festiva vs. 2010 Renault Clio
To start off, 2010 Renault Clio is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1991 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Clio weights approximately 402 kg more than 1991 Ford Festiva. 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, 2010 Renault Clio (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Festiva | 2010 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Festiva | Clio |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2580 mm |
