1967 Porsche 912 vs. 1996 Renault Clio
To start off, 1996 Renault Clio is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Clio (250 HP) has 161 more horse power than 1967 Porsche 912. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1967 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Clio weights approximately 678 kg more than 1967 Porsche 912. 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, 1996 Renault Clio (407 Nm) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Porsche 912. (133 Nm). This means 1996 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Porsche 912 | 1996 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 912 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2490 mm |
