1958 Ford Popular vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1958 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 895 kg more than 1958 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Clio (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Popular | 2007 Renault Clio | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Popular | Clio |
Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2580 mm |