1955 Fiat V8 vs. 2004 Renault Clio
To start off, 2004 Renault Clio is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat V8 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1955 Fiat V8. (125 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Clio weights approximately 276 kg more than 1955 Fiat V8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat V8 | 2004 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | V8 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
