2007 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1999 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1999 Renault Clio. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 325 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.
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, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Clio. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Grande Punto | 1999 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Grande Punto | Clio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1205 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
