1959 Ford Anglia vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Anglia 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 76 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 742 kg more than 1959 Ford Anglia. 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Anglia | 2007 Renault Clio | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Anglia | Clio |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |