1999 Fiat Punto vs. 1991 Renault Clio
To start off, 1999 Fiat Punto is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault Clio (80 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Punto weights approximately 110 kg more than 1991 Renault Clio.
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, 1991 Renault Clio (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Punto. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Punto | 1991 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Punto | Clio |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
