1996 Fiat 126 vs. 2002 Renault Clio
To start off, 2002 Renault Clio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Clio (252 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1996 Fiat 126. (25 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Clio weights approximately 765 kg more than 1996 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2002 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat 126 | 2002 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 126 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 704 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 25 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
