1993 Renault Clio vs. 2010 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2010 Fiat Croma is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Clio would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Clio (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Clio weights approximately 60 kg more than 2010 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Clio. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Clio | 2010 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Renault | Fiat |
| Model | Clio | Croma |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
