1962 Abarth 700 vs. 2006 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Clio weights approximately 834 kg more than 1962 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Abarth 700 | 2006 Renault Clio | |
Make | Abarth | Renault |
Model | 700 | Clio |
Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 7150 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4650 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |