1960 Ford Zodiac vs. 2010 Renault Clio
To start off, 2010 Renault Clio is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ford Zodiac (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2010 Renault Clio. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Clio.
Because 1960 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 1960 Ford Zodiac. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1960 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Clio. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1960 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Zodiac | 2010 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Zodiac | Clio |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
