2008 Fiat 500 vs. 2010 Renault Clio
To start off, 2010 Renault Clio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,460 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Clio (81 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Clio weights approximately 245 kg more than 2008 Fiat 500. 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, 2010 Renault Clio (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat 500 | 2010 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 500 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
