1959 Rover P4 vs. 2011 Renault Clio
To start off, 2011 Renault Clio is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 162 kg more than 2011 Renault Clio.
Because 1959 Rover P4 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 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Renault Clio (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Rover P4 | 2011 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Rover | Renault |
| Model | P4 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
