1998 Renault Clio vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Clio would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 575 kg more than 1998 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 1 Series is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 BMW 1 Series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Renault Clio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Clio | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Clio | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.7 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4373 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1919 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |
