1955 Nissan Sports vs. 2009 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Renault Clio is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Clio weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1955 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Renault Clio (152 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Nissan Sports | 2009 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Sports | Clio |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 859 cc | 1598 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2580 mm |
