1967 Opel Record vs. 2003 Renault Clio
To start off, 2003 Renault Clio is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Record would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Clio weights approximately 452 kg more than 1967 Opel Record. 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, 2003 Renault Clio (300 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Record. (223 Nm). This means 2003 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Record | 2003 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Record | Clio |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2118 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.3 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2850 mm |
