1999 Fiat Duna vs. 2009 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Renault Clio is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Clio weights approximately 925 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, 2009 Renault Clio (152 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Duna. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Duna | 2009 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Duna | Clio |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| 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 | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2580 mm |
