1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1999 Renault Clio
To start off, both 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 1999 Renault Clio were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 1999 Renault Clio are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata (110 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Renault Clio. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 43 kg more than 1999 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Renault Clio (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (134 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1999 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Clio |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
