1959 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Renault Clio
To start off, 2008 Renault Clio is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,946 cc, 2008 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Clio weights approximately 518 kg more than 1959 Ford Escort.
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, 2008 Renault Clio (301 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Escort | 2008 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | Clio |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 2946 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 61 L |
