1967 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 2001 Renault Clio
To start off, 2001 Renault Clio is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2001 Renault Clio. (230 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Clio weights approximately 150 kg more than 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta.
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, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta (531 Nm) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Clio. (105 Nm). This means 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Clio. 2001 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta has manual transmission. 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta | 2001 Renault Clio | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Renault |
| Model | Mangusta | Clio |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
