1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1990 Renault Clio
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Renault Clio. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault Clio weights approximately 75 kg more than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
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, 1998 Fiat Seicento (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Clio. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Seicento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Seicento | 1990 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Seicento | Clio |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
