1966 AC Cobra vs. 2004 Renault Clio
To start off, 2004 Renault Clio is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 AC Cobra would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 AC Cobra (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2004 Renault Clio. (252 HP @ 7150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Clio weights approximately 329 kg more than 1966 AC Cobra.
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, 1966 AC Cobra (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Clio. (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
1966 AC Cobra | 2004 Renault Clio | |
Make | AC | Renault |
Model | Cobra | Clio |
Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6997 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 410 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7150 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |