1965 Nissan President vs. 2009 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Renault Clio is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Nissan President (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Renault Clio. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Clio.
Because 1965 Nissan President 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 1965 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1965 Nissan President (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Clio. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Nissan President | 2009 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | President | Clio |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2480 mm |
