1997 Fiat Duna vs. 1997 Renault Clio
To start off, both 1997 Fiat Duna and 1997 Renault Clio were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 59 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Fiat Duna weights approximately 75 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Fiat Duna (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Clio. (85 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Fiat Duna | 1997 Renault Clio | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Duna | Clio |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1170 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 75.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 64.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2550 mm |