1999 Fiat Duna vs. 1998 Renault Clio
To start off, 1999 Fiat Duna is newer by 1 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Clio (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Clio weights approximately 95 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Fiat Duna (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (131 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Duna | 1998 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Duna | Clio |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2580 mm |
