1997 Innocenti Mille vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Innocenti Mille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Innocenti Mille would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Clio (97 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1997 Innocenti Mille. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1997 Innocenti Mille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Clio weights approximately 210 kg more than 1997 Innocenti Mille. 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, 2005 Renault Clio (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Innocenti Mille. (72 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Innocenti Mille. 2005 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 1997 Innocenti Mille has manual transmission. 1997 Innocenti Mille will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Innocenti Mille | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Innocenti | Renault |
| Model | Mille | Clio |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2690 mm |
