1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 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 264 kg more than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Renault Clio | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Corvette | Clio |
Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4638 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |