1959 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1996 Renault Clio
To start off, 1996 Renault Clio is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,636 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Clio (250 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. (227 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Clio weights approximately 250 kg more than 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. 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. Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 407 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chevrolet Corvette | 1996 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Corvette | Clio |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4636 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2490 mm |
