1961 Abarth 1600 vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1600. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 520 kg more than 1961 Abarth 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Clio (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1600. (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1600. 2007 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 1961 Abarth 1600 has manual transmission. 1961 Abarth 1600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1600 | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | 1600 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 55 L |
