1991 Renault Clio vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1991 Renault Clio. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Fit weights approximately 319 kg more than 1991 Renault Clio. 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, 2011 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Clio. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Clio | 2011 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Clio | Fit |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
