1965 Ford Corsair vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 1993 Renault Clio is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Clio (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1965 Ford Corsair. (97 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ford Corsair weights approximately 56 kg more than 1993 Renault Clio.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Renault Clio (187 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Corsair. (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Corsair | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Corsair | Clio |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1031 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
