1996 Fiat Tempra vs. 1991 Renault Clio
To start off, 1996 Fiat Tempra is newer by 5 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Tempra (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1991 Renault Clio. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 220 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, 1996 Fiat Tempra (111 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Clio. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Tempra | 1991 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Tempra | Clio |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
