1997 Fiat Duna vs. 2000 Renault Clio
To start off, 2000 Renault Clio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Clio (171 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Clio weights approximately 125 kg more than 1997 Fiat Duna. 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, 2000 Renault Clio (200 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Duna | 2000 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Duna | Clio |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2480 mm |
