1961 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 230 kg more than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1961 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Corvette | Clio |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
