1968 Ford Corsair vs. 1991 Renault Clio
To start off, 1991 Renault Clio is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault Clio (80 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1968 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Corsair weights approximately 35 kg more than 1991 Renault Clio.
Because 1968 Ford Corsair 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 1968 Ford Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Renault Clio (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1991 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Corsair | 1991 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Corsair | Clio |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2470 mm |
