2000 Fiat Punto vs. 1990 Renault Clio
To start off, 2000 Fiat Punto is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Punto (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1990 Renault Clio. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Punto weights approximately 165 kg more than 1990 Renault Clio. 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, 2000 Fiat Punto (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Clio. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Punto | 1990 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Punto | Clio |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 23.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
