1959 Ford Zodiac vs. 2009 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Renault Clio is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Clio (81 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 17 kg more than 2009 Renault Clio.
Because 1959 Ford Zodiac 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 1959 Ford Zodiac. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Renault Clio (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Zodiac | 2009 Renault Clio | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Zodiac | Clio |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2580 mm |