1992 Renault Clio vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Fabia is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Fabia (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1992 Renault Clio. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 510 kg more than 1992 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, 2007 Skoda Fabia (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault Clio. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Renault Clio | 2007 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | Clio | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
