1959 Porsche 356 vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Porsche 356 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (73 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Clio weights approximately 327 kg more than 1959 Porsche 356.
Because 1959 Porsche 356 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 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1959 Porsche 356 (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1959 Porsche 356 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Porsche 356 | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 356 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |
