2009 Fiat 500 vs. 1998 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (58 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat 500 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1998 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, 2009 Fiat 500 (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat 500 | 1998 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 500 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
