1955 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,344 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (195 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 253 kg more than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1955 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Corvette | Clio |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4344 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1227 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
