1968 Monteverdi 2000 vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Monteverdi 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Monteverdi 2000 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Monteverdi 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Monteverdi 2000 (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Monteverdi 2000 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 190 kg more than 1968 Monteverdi 2000.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Monteverdi 2000 (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1968 Monteverdi 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Monteverdi 2000 | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Renault |
| Model | 2000 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 55 L |
