2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2003 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2003 Fiat Punto and 2003 Renault Clio were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Clio (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (83 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Punto weights approximately 14 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Fiat Punto (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Clio. 2003 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2003 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Punto | Clio |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.6 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 50 L |
