1995 Renault Clio vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForFour (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1995 Renault Clio. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Clio.
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, 2006 Smart ForFour (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Clio. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Clio | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Renault | Smart |
| Model | Clio | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 22 L |
