1968 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Renault Clio
To start off, 2010 Renault Clio is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Clio (97 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Clio weights approximately 940 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Renault Clio (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Corolla | Clio |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1077 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
